Campus Planning Intern

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Generous time-off programs

403(b) retirement benefit with 9% employer contribution

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Campus Planning Intern to support the design and construction of capital projects throughout Emerson College campus in Boston. This role involves updating space management databases, conducting space feasibility studies, and preparing presentation materials for senior leadership.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, previous related internship experience, and be pursuing a degree in architecture or a related field. This position pays $25 per hour with at least 20 hours required weekly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Previous internship or work experience in facilities, design, architecture or construction required.
• Working towards a Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, facilities management, urban studies, building construction technology or closely related field strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Real Estate & Space Planning to update the college's space management and building model database.
• Provide assistance with the analysis of the current space utilization and integrate into master plan.
• Prepare presentation materials for senior leadership on current space issues.
• Assist in designing schematic and feasibility plans to optimize space efficiency.

Skills

Advanced Revit skill level

Intermediate AutoCAD experience

Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Presentation preparation and delivery skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent experience

Working towards a Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MS Office

Adobe Suite

Job description

Campus Planning Intern
Join our community and experience Emerson College!

The Campus Planning Intern provides support to the departmentresponsible for the design and construction of capital projectsthroughout the Emerson College campus. Reporting to the Director ofReal Estate & Space Planning, the Intern will support thedepartment's efforts in conducting space programming, space layoutand design, light renovations, departmental moves, and space andfacility analysis.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assist the Director of Real Estate & Space Planning toupdate the college's space management and building model databaseto assure accurate physical space measurement and usedata.
  
• Provide assistance with the analysis of the current spaceutilization and integrate into master plan, strategic plan andfacilities planning issues.
  
• Make recommendations on improvements to layouts and spaceassignments.
  
• Perform space feasibility and fit studies.
  
• Attend user meetings, prepare meeting notes documenting spaceplanning issues, draft scopes of work for planning studies(internal or consultant), prepare planning analyses, recommend andprepare solutions for space needs, prepare plans.
  
• Assist in the development of project feasibility reports byevaluating user needs, providing potential space reconfigurationdesigns and other deliverables.
  
• Identify options for space efficiency to meet central andacademic program priorities.
  
• Identify and present strategies for sequencing spacemoves.
  
• Prepare presentation materials for senior leadership on currentspace issues and effectively communicate information graphicallyand verbally to inform decision-making.
  
• Assist in the development of departmental master plans. Gatherand evaluate space utilization data, and prepare and presentdashboards, plans and analyses.
  
• Document faculty and staff location data for both Workday andthe 911 system. Update the system as needed when employees onboardand depart, and when moves happen within the department ordepartmental moves.
  
• Under the guidance of the Director of Real Estate & SpacePlanning, , the Campus Planning Intern will work with Collegedepartments to develop understanding of space needs, programrequirements for renovation and relocation projects.
  
• Assist in designing schematic and feasibility plans to optimizespace efficiency for smaller renovation projects while followingbuilding codes and AIA guidelines.
  

QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required orpreferred and represent what is needed to effectively performjob.

• High School Diploma or equivalent experiencerequired.
  
• Previous internship or work experience in facilities, design,architecture or construction required.
  
• Working towards a Bachelor's degree in architecture,engineering, facilities management, urban studies, buildingconstruction technology or closely related field stronglypreferred.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative,but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilitiescommonly associated with the job.

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and methods ofSpace Management
  
• Advanced Revit skill level
  
• Basic knowledge of building codes; ability to inspect anddetermine the adaptability and cost of renovation of existingstructures.
  
• Familiarity with space planning and facilitydatabases
  
• Demonstrated project management skills
  
• Intermediate AutoCad experience
  
• Knowledge of, and experience using; MS Office software, AdobeSuite, AutoCAD preferred
  
• Familiarity with database development and space managementsoftware (e.g., Archibus and REVIT) supports the evaluation andallocation of space on campus while planning for long term spaceneeds preferred
  
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills to communicateeffectively with individuals at all levels of the organization aswell as outside consultants and contractors.
  
• Analytical skills necessary to evaluate data, proposals andplans, develop project ideas and conduct feasibility studieseffectively. Strong problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and followsolutions through to completion.
  
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time. Ability topay close attention to detail and quality while simultaneouslyresponding to urgent requests.
  
• Strong organizational and time management skills including theability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
  
• Presentation preparation and delivery skills, ability topresent in group settings.
  
• Assist with furniture layouts, specifications,coordination
  
• Support interior finishes selection, coordination, anddocumentation
  
• Help track project schedules and deliverables
  
  

PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with theperformance of the functions of this job. The physical demandsdescribed below are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of thisjob. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Requires ability to lift and move objects that arelight
  
• Requires ability to move materials occasionally
  
• Requires the intellectual and mental concentration and the needto concentrate, intellectually, for extended periods oftime
  
• Requires the constant coordination of mental and visualattention
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditionscommonly associated with the performance of the functions of thisjob.

• Usual Office Conditions
  

IN-OFFICE EXPECTATIONS
This position requires an in-person presence on the Boston Campusduring the work week. This assignment ends in March 2027.

The compensation for this position is $25 per hour, with a minimumof 20 hours per week, with increasing hours during thesummer.

Grade of Position: 23-05NE

Employment Category: Casual (Fixed Term)
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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20.00

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committedto the health and well-being of our employees and family members.We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled towork 20+ hours per week.

Emerson EmploymentCategories influence work schedules, benefits eligibility,and time off policies. Benefits include outstanding health planswith limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generoustime-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9%employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits, such aslife and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings, areavailable.

Please refer to our benefitswebsite for a full list of benefits and eligibilityrequirements.

To apply, please visit: https://emerson.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Emerson_College_Staff/job/Boston-Campus/Campus-Planning-Intern_JR008645

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